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Comparative modeling of risk factors for near-crashes from crowdsourced bicycle airbag helmet data and crashes from
Kuan-Yeh Chou1, Mads Paulsen1, Anders Fjendbo Jensen1
1Technical University of Denmark, Department of Technology, Management and Economics, Akademivej, Building 358, 2800 Kgs., Lyngby, Denmark.
Introduction:
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Method:
With Metropolitan Copenhagen as a case, this study uses a very large crowdsourced near-crash dataset from Hövding bicycle airbag helmet users and conventional police crash data to model and identify differences in the infrastructure factors influencing rates of crashes and near-crashes in these datasets.
Results:
In contrast to existing literature, our results show considerable differences in the factors influencing the frequency of crashes and near-crashes. The risk of crashes increases predominantly at intersections and roundabouts, whereas near-crashes are also associated with infrastructure types shared with pedestrians.
Conclusion:
When used complementarily, crowdsourced near-crash data can enrich the data foundation and help increase the awareness of near-crash-prone infrastructure types necessary for shaping more comprehensive cycling safety policies.
Practical Applications:
The findings of the study advocate for a broader perspective on cyclist safety, incorporating currently undisclosed near-crash-prone infrastructure types, such as paths shared by cyclists and pedestrians.
